Fees waived for pet adoptions by veterans

In recognition of the contributions and sacrifices made by members of the armed forces, as well as the transformative possibilities of animal companionship, the Humane Society of Summit County (HSSC) is celebrating November as Veteran Adoption Month.

For the entire month, adoptions will be completely fee-waived for adopters that provide a valid military identification, with application approval. These fee-waived adoptions are underwritten through a generous donation by a local military supporter and animal lover.

The goal of the Veteran Pet Program is to honor and support the military community while finding fantastic families for deserving animals.than with our veteran and military families.”

In addition to fee-waived adoptions for the month of November, veterans and members of the military are always eligible for a 25 percent discount on adoption prices with application approval through the Veteran Pet Program. Veterans, active military and all members of the community are invited to view adoptable animals online at summithumane.org or in-person during shelter visiting hours: 1-7 p.m., Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, and 1-5 p.m., Sunday (closed Monday). All adoptions are subject to application approval. Donations in honor of the Veteran Pet Program and our military adopters are gratefully accepted. Call 330-487-0333 for information.